Art In Giving, a Boston organization offers a meaningful alternative to traditional gifts. It's a recognition company that works with members of the SOWA Art Council. These accomplished artists devote half of the proceeds from Art In Giving cerfiticates to pediatric cancer research. Recipients enjoy the unique and lasting value of art, and upon receiving certificates as gifts, can choose from several artists'w work -- original art, prints, sculpture or custom jewelry.

For truly unique gift options, visit the web site at artingiving.org. Examples of art are displayed. And remember that gift givers and artists collaborate for a worthy cause.

Have readers in here either given or received art as wedding gifts? If so, what did you think of the reaction?